Increasing awareness and participation in the CDBS is a key advocacy focus for ADIA. It is encouraging to see a united call from respondents for increased awareness of the CDBS across the board, as well as a strong focus on equitable access to care for rural and remote children and priority populations.

The recommendations also include establishing a definition of children with 'high care needs' and increased benefits for that group, along with inclusion of treatment in a hospital setting and treatment provided under general anaesthetic.

The report is timely given the current Senate Select Committee Inquiry into the Provision of and Access to Dental Services in Australia. (Read the interim report here.)

ADIA continues to advocate for increased awareness of the CDBS for eligible children in Australia. Any developments on the report recommendations and the Senate Select Inquiry will be shared via this update as they become available.

If you would like any more information or have any questions or feedback, please do not hesitate to do so by email.

ADIA is excited to welcome you to the picturesque Gold Coast this October for our first leadership conference since 2018.

Take advantage of discounted early bird registration, open for two more weeks!

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Here's why you should attend Leading with Vision:

1. Lift your business game with insights from Wizard Home Loans founder and CEO, Mark Bouris AM
2. Connect with potential clients, partners, and staff
3. Elevate your professional brand with celebrity publicist and eckfactor founder, Karen Eck
4. Team bonding opportunities available on the Gold Coast
5. With the conference within 30 mins of all major attractions, why not bring your family for an extended holiday getaway?
6. Elevate your sales skills with The Sales Doctor, Ingrid Maynard
7. Gain the tools you need to achieve your goals in an unforgettable presentation by former Olympic gymnast, Brennon Dowrick OAM
8. Welcome Reception and Networking Dinner
9. Be inspired by triple Olympian Lisa Curry AO
10. Gold Coast 5-star location at RACV Royal Pines Resort

And if you're still not convinced, we're offering:

• Complimentary childcare from ADIA
• Exclusive discounts for extended dates on room rates at RACV Royal Pines Resort

Significant discounts for multiple registrations, so your whole team can attend.

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TGA Fees and Charges Updated for 2023-2024

Earlier this year, ADIA shared the proposed changes to TGA fees and charges for the new financial year via this update. These changes were open to consultation, which ADIA participated in. Late last month, the 2023-2024 fees and charges were released.

I am pleased to report that many of the proposed increases were reduced or removed following consultation, with most increases in line with inflation.

As a reminder, the proposed changes are summarised below. You can view the entire consultation paper here.

Source: TGA fees and charges proposal 2023-24 Consultation Paper

The Changes by Category

I would like to take this opportunity to thank all members who provided feedback during the consultation process. Your input allows us to best represent your interests with the TGA and other stakeholders.

The vast majority of charges have an increase of 5.2% on last year's costs. You can view a side-by-side comparison of 22-23 and 23-24 charges via the button below.

To view this year's fees and charges document in full, click here.

To view the 2022-2023 document, click here.

View side-by-side comparison

If you would like any more information or have any questions or feedback, please do not hesitate to do so by email.

Australian Dental Industry Association (ADIA) is pleased to announce a strategic partnership with media production company, AUDIENCED.

AUDIENCED understands the importance of balancing news, awareness and education for a qualified and discerning audience. Through this partnership, ADIA will deliver high-quality video content to drive better member advocacy and communication.

Hardeep Girn, Executive Producer and Director at AUDIENCED said, "AUDIENCED approached ADIA, recognising it as the peak body representing manufacturers and suppliers of innovative dental products. ADIA immediately saw the opportunity to produce engaging filmed content, to support advocacy and reach dental stakeholders, health policy makers and the broader community.

"The dental industry's impact on Australian oral health and broader health outcomes, deserves a platform that shows its progress and full potential. AUDIENCED looks forward to putting a lens on the people involved, through its online health shows and production support for the industry." Mr Girn said.

ADIA CEO Kym De Britt also looks forward to the new partnership enhancing the association’s ability to highlight the great work of members in the industry. ""I am delighted to announce ADIA has entered into a new partnership with film production company, AUDIENCED. This is a fantastic opportunity for the Association to not only deliver high quality educational content, but also showcase our members who are doing great things in the industry. I encourage you to keep your eye out for videos produced by AUDIENCED on our social media and website." Mr De Britt said.

For more information on this partnership, please contact ADIA Head Office on 1300 943 094.